Submitted by his wife
John loved life and lived it with integrity‚ pride‚ and courage. He was a great husband‚ father and friend to all. He was a superior athlete and loved baseball‚ soccer and all sports.
He won the heroism award during his 32 years with the Philadelphia Fire Department. He served in the Army reserves and was a humble man.
He will always be remembered by all who knew him. John had a great heart.
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I never had a chance to say goodby to John but had the opportunity to serve as his captain at Ladder 12. I also worked with his Father and my sister went to school with John’s sister. John, My Hero. Thanks for having known you. Frank
– Frank R Lancaster, Capt.,PFD. Ret.